THE ARK Learning Center

10A NCAC 09 .0701 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE ARK LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 73000248 Consultant: ANITA GRAHAM Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/30/2026 Number Present: 14 Completed Date: 6/30/2026 Age: From 5 To 12 Total Minutes: 230 Time In: 09:40 AM Time Out: 01:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit has been to conduct the unannounced Annual Compliance monitoring. The last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on July 8, 2025, the facility was licensed with a GS-110 Notice of Compliance on June 11, 2026. Upon arrival to the facility, I was greeted by a staff member who notified the administrator of my presence. Bonnie Johnson, Assistant Program Director, was present. I stated the purpose of my visit, and we conducted a walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor learning spaces. Ms. Teresa Johnson, Program Administrator, did arrive and assisted during the visit. Attendance was taken and observations were made. The children were observed participating in teachers directed activities and outdoor free play. The facility's last Fire Inspection was conducted on May 29, 2025, and was approved for daytime care only. A new inspection is scheduled for July 6, 2026. The center's last Sanitation Inspection was conducted on May 18, 2026, and was classified as ‘Superior'. During today's visit, a full assessment of applicable Child Care requirements was conducted. The license was posted; restrictions were maintained. I monitored supervision, staff/child ratio and adequate approved space. I monitored program records. I reviewed a sampling of children’s records and staff files. Currently, the program does not transport but may be planning to transport over the summer. The following violations were observed, cited, and technical assistance was provided. Violation Number Comment Rule 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. **Documentation of medical reports were not available for Division Representative review. ** 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. **Documentation of a negative TB reports were not available for Division Representative review. ** .0701(a) 1920 Staff in summer camp programs required to complete Basic School-Age Care (BSAC) training did not complete BSAC training within four weeks of becoming employed. Documentation of staff completing BSAC training with four weeks of the start of care for sA children was not available for review. .2502(f) The above violation was corrected immediately during the visit. Please submit the corrective action documenting how, and when the item of noncompliance will be addressed in the future. As on weekends, this is a shared space. The letter should reach my office by July 14, 2026. You may email the letter to anita.c.graham@dhhs.nc.gov. If your letter does not reach my office by or before July 14, 2026, a return visit may be necessary to ensure compliance with this and all childcare requirements. Additional violations may be cited during that follow-up visit. You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding Child Care Requirements. We discussed each area of non-compliance. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: A Division of Child Development Criminal Background Check must be processed for all staff prior to caring for children. One staff member has an approved Person County School system CBC; however, they must pass a Division of Child Development Background check. You have stated that paperwork has been submitted. A check with DCDEE-ABCMS system shows the staff member in “Determination Status” The staff member may not work with children until the Qualifying letter has been received. Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers; must have a medical report and TB test on file prior to employment. Religious-sponsored programs serving school-age children must complete Basic School-Age Care (BSAC) training when it accepts state child care subsidies. Therefore, although your program operates under a Notice of Compliance, group leaders must complete this required training immediately. Check out the training at Southwestern Child Development Commission. ADDITTIONAL INFORMATION: SUMMERTIME SAFETY PRACTICES: As you know, with the warmer weather already reaching record high temperatures, please review the following information regarding safety. 1.Safety Checks & Maintenance Inspect equipment: Check for loose bolts, rust, splinters, or cracks on play structures, swings, and slides. -Surface check: Ensure mulch, rubber mats, or sand are evenly spread and thick enough to cushion falls. -Fence & gate: Inspect for damage or sharp edges and make sure gates latch securely. -Pest control: Check for bees/wasp nests, ant hills, or signs of other pests. 2. Sun Protection Shade structures: Install or check canopies, sails, or umbrellas over play areas and seating. Natural shade: Trim trees for safety but keep them healthy to provide extra sun coverage. -Sunscreen policy: Have a plan for applying sunscreen (with parent permission) and ensure staff follows it. 3. Hydration Station Water access: Ensure cool water is available with disposable cups. Encourage water breaks: Schedule regular hydration times during play. 4. Outdoor Activities & Toys Summer-appropriate toys: Add water tables, sand toys, sports equipment, or ride-ons. Rotate toys: Keep the environment fresh and engaging by rotating outdoor toys. Nature-based play: Include items like gardening tools, pots, or sensory bins with natural materials. 5. Cleanliness: Sanitize outdoor toys regularly, especially anything children put in their mouths. Tidy up landscaping: Remove any debris, broken branches, or trash. 6. Safety from Heat-Playtime schedule: Shift outdoor play to cooler times (morning or late afternoon). -Cooling activities: Plan for cooling breaks with misting bottles, or popsicle breaks. Watch for signs of heat exhaustion in children and staff (lethargy, excessive sweating, etc.). 7. Communication: Notify parents about changes in outdoor routines, sunscreen application, and clothing suggestions (hats, water shoes, etc.). RESOURCES: -The Health and Safety Trainings are now being offered on the DCDEE website https: Look for the ‘DCDEE Moodle’ tab under the ‘Services’ tab on the website. Health and Safety Trainings should be renewed every five (5) years. If you have any questions or concerns, please call me at 336-894-0609 or e-mail me at anita.c.graham@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact my Supervisor, Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE ARK LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 73000248 Consultant: BOON TROTT Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/31/2024 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 7/31/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 200 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 12:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance Visit. I was greeted by the director’s assistant, Bonniie Johnson. I informed her of the purpose of today’s visit. This program is operating with a Notice of Compliance. I completed a walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor learning environment, accompanied by Ms. Johnson. I observed a group of school age children present in the church grounds. Ms. Johnson told me the program is being operated by the church and not part of the child care program. The school age children were using the building located next to the playground behind the main church building. I observed the preschool children having an outdoor time in the playground and playing with the toys and materials accessible to them in the classroom. Ms. Johnson assisted me by gathering the documents and files I needed to review. I reviewed the program records and children's and staff files. I observed the following violations during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. One child did not have an acknowledgement of receipt from the parent regarding the Summary of Child Care Law/Rules on file. GS 110-102 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One child did not have an health assessment record on file within 30 days of the enrollment. GS110-91(1) 1328 Children's records were not made available for review. There was no record for me to review for one child. G.S. 110-91(9) 1739 All records required were not available for review by a representative of the Division. There was no record available for review for one part time staff member. .2318(1-8) The above violations must be corrected immediately. I must receive a compliance statement or letter by email or mail no later than 8/14/2024. Please include the following information: 1. Your facility name and ID# 2. Visit date 3. Violation item number 4. How and when the violation was corrected (Be specific) 5. Your name and position My email address is boon.trott@dhhs.nc.gov, and the mailing address is PO Box 1374, Mebane, NC 27302. Compliance: Childcare providers are required to maintain compliance with all applicable childcare rules and regulations at all times. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in an issuance of provisional license or other administrative action. I provided Ms. Johnson an opportunity to ask questions regarding today’s visit and the interpretation and the implementation of childcare requirements applicable to the facility. Technical Assistance I provided technical assistance on the following items: >It is the childcare operator’s responsibility to be familiar and up to date on the most current child are rules. Child Care Rulebook as well as the Provider Forms and Documents can be accessed by going to the DCDEE Website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. For child care Rules, go to the Provider tab and hover over it. In the drop-down box Click on Child Care Rules. Scroll down to North Carolina Child Care Rules and Law section. Click on Chapter 9- Child Care Rules. >Child Care Rules: The operators of Religious Sponsored programs are required to meet all applicable child care requirements for centers with the exception of the rules listed below. This is Child Care Rule .2110 (f): # Age-Appropriate Activities: Rules .0508, through .0510 and .2508 # Staff Qualifications and Training Requirements: Rules .0703(c) through (f), .0704, .0710, .0711, .0714(a) through (d) and .1101, .1102(a), (b), (e), and (g), and .1103 through .1106. # Staff Qualifications if working with school aged children only Rule .2510 Compliance shall be documented annually using the same forms and in the same manner as for all other centers. >Children’s records and staff records. Utilizing the File Checklist for Children’s Records and Staff Records would assist you with maintaining compliance. Visit the Division’s website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Provider-Documents-and-Forms for the checklists. You’d also want to review child care rule 302 (d). Access the rulebook at the website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Child-Care-Rules-Law-and-Public-Information. >Fire inspection report- Child Care Rule .0304 (a) states: Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. Other information > As you are currently doing, keep the church-operated school age care separated from the preschool in all activities and space usage. > Be sure the forms/documents you are using are the most current versions which align with the current child care rules. Visit the DCDEE website above to access the Provider Forms and Documents. >Providing drinking water indoors and outdoors: We discussed more efficient ways to have drinking water available for children during the outdoor time. Reminder 1.An annual fire inspection is due now. Reach out to the fire marshal for an inspection. Forward a copy of the inspection report to me within 7 days of receipt. 2.Enter ALL staff (full time and part time) including the administrative staff on the Staff and Training Worksheet, going forward. 3.When there is a change in the administrator as you may be anticipating it, reach out to me please. I remain available to assist you upon request. For assistance or if you have any questions or concerns, you may reach me at 336-706-2871 or email me at boon.trott@dhhs.nc.gov. My mailing address is P.O. Box 1374, Mebane, NC 27302. The contact information for my supervisor, Kaye Adkins, is 336-580-2527 or kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-102 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE ARK LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 73000248 Consultant: BOON TROTT Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/31/2024 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 7/31/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 200 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 12:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance Visit. I was greeted by the director’s assistant, Bonniie Johnson. I informed her of the purpose of today’s visit. This program is operating with a Notice of Compliance. I completed a walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor learning environment, accompanied by Ms. Johnson. I observed a group of school age children present in the church grounds. Ms. Johnson told me the program is being operated by the church and not part of the child care program. The school age children were using the building located next to the playground behind the main church building. I observed the preschool children having an outdoor time in the playground and playing with the toys and materials accessible to them in the classroom. Ms. Johnson assisted me by gathering the documents and files I needed to review. I reviewed the program records and children's and staff files. I observed the following violations during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. One child did not have an acknowledgement of receipt from the parent regarding the Summary of Child Care Law/Rules on file. GS 110-102 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One child did not have an health assessment record on file within 30 days of the enrollment. GS110-91(1) 1328 Children's records were not made available for review. There was no record for me to review for one child. G.S. 110-91(9) 1739 All records required were not available for review by a representative of the Division. There was no record available for review for one part time staff member. .2318(1-8) The above violations must be corrected immediately. I must receive a compliance statement or letter by email or mail no later than 8/14/2024. Please include the following information: 1. Your facility name and ID# 2. Visit date 3. Violation item number 4. How and when the violation was corrected (Be specific) 5. Your name and position My email address is boon.trott@dhhs.nc.gov, and the mailing address is PO Box 1374, Mebane, NC 27302. Compliance: Childcare providers are required to maintain compliance with all applicable childcare rules and regulations at all times. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in an issuance of provisional license or other administrative action. I provided Ms. Johnson an opportunity to ask questions regarding today’s visit and the interpretation and the implementation of childcare requirements applicable to the facility. Technical Assistance I provided technical assistance on the following items: >It is the childcare operator’s responsibility to be familiar and up to date on the most current child are rules. Child Care Rulebook as well as the Provider Forms and Documents can be accessed by going to the DCDEE Website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. For child care Rules, go to the Provider tab and hover over it. In the drop-down box Click on Child Care Rules. Scroll down to North Carolina Child Care Rules and Law section. Click on Chapter 9- Child Care Rules. >Child Care Rules: The operators of Religious Sponsored programs are required to meet all applicable child care requirements for centers with the exception of the rules listed below. This is Child Care Rule .2110 (f): # Age-Appropriate Activities: Rules .0508, through .0510 and .2508 # Staff Qualifications and Training Requirements: Rules .0703(c) through (f), .0704, .0710, .0711, .0714(a) through (d) and .1101, .1102(a), (b), (e), and (g), and .1103 through .1106. # Staff Qualifications if working with school aged children only Rule .2510 Compliance shall be documented annually using the same forms and in the same manner as for all other centers. >Children’s records and staff records. Utilizing the File Checklist for Children’s Records and Staff Records would assist you with maintaining compliance. Visit the Division’s website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Provider-Documents-and-Forms for the checklists. You’d also want to review child care rule 302 (d). Access the rulebook at the website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Child-Care-Rules-Law-and-Public-Information. >Fire inspection report- Child Care Rule .0304 (a) states: Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. Other information > As you are currently doing, keep the church-operated school age care separated from the preschool in all activities and space usage. > Be sure the forms/documents you are using are the most current versions which align with the current child care rules. Visit the DCDEE website above to access the Provider Forms and Documents. >Providing drinking water indoors and outdoors: We discussed more efficient ways to have drinking water available for children during the outdoor time. Reminder 1.An annual fire inspection is due now. Reach out to the fire marshal for an inspection. Forward a copy of the inspection report to me within 7 days of receipt. 2.Enter ALL staff (full time and part time) including the administrative staff on the Staff and Training Worksheet, going forward. 3.When there is a change in the administrator as you may be anticipating it, reach out to me please. I remain available to assist you upon request. For assistance or if you have any questions or concerns, you may reach me at 336-706-2871 or email me at boon.trott@dhhs.nc.gov. My mailing address is P.O. Box 1374, Mebane, NC 27302. The contact information for my supervisor, Kaye Adkins, is 336-580-2527 or kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE ARK LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 73000248 Consultant: BOON TROTT Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/31/2024 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 7/31/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 200 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 12:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance Visit. I was greeted by the director’s assistant, Bonniie Johnson. I informed her of the purpose of today’s visit. This program is operating with a Notice of Compliance. I completed a walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor learning environment, accompanied by Ms. Johnson. I observed a group of school age children present in the church grounds. Ms. Johnson told me the program is being operated by the church and not part of the child care program. The school age children were using the building located next to the playground behind the main church building. I observed the preschool children having an outdoor time in the playground and playing with the toys and materials accessible to them in the classroom. Ms. Johnson assisted me by gathering the documents and files I needed to review. I reviewed the program records and children's and staff files. I observed the following violations during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. One child did not have an acknowledgement of receipt from the parent regarding the Summary of Child Care Law/Rules on file. GS 110-102 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One child did not have an health assessment record on file within 30 days of the enrollment. GS110-91(1) 1328 Children's records were not made available for review. There was no record for me to review for one child. G.S. 110-91(9) 1739 All records required were not available for review by a representative of the Division. There was no record available for review for one part time staff member. .2318(1-8) The above violations must be corrected immediately. I must receive a compliance statement or letter by email or mail no later than 8/14/2024. Please include the following information: 1. Your facility name and ID# 2. Visit date 3. Violation item number 4. How and when the violation was corrected (Be specific) 5. Your name and position My email address is boon.trott@dhhs.nc.gov, and the mailing address is PO Box 1374, Mebane, NC 27302. Compliance: Childcare providers are required to maintain compliance with all applicable childcare rules and regulations at all times. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in an issuance of provisional license or other administrative action. I provided Ms. Johnson an opportunity to ask questions regarding today’s visit and the interpretation and the implementation of childcare requirements applicable to the facility. Technical Assistance I provided technical assistance on the following items: >It is the childcare operator’s responsibility to be familiar and up to date on the most current child are rules. Child Care Rulebook as well as the Provider Forms and Documents can be accessed by going to the DCDEE Website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. For child care Rules, go to the Provider tab and hover over it. In the drop-down box Click on Child Care Rules. Scroll down to North Carolina Child Care Rules and Law section. Click on Chapter 9- Child Care Rules. >Child Care Rules: The operators of Religious Sponsored programs are required to meet all applicable child care requirements for centers with the exception of the rules listed below. This is Child Care Rule .2110 (f): # Age-Appropriate Activities: Rules .0508, through .0510 and .2508 # Staff Qualifications and Training Requirements: Rules .0703(c) through (f), .0704, .0710, .0711, .0714(a) through (d) and .1101, .1102(a), (b), (e), and (g), and .1103 through .1106. # Staff Qualifications if working with school aged children only Rule .2510 Compliance shall be documented annually using the same forms and in the same manner as for all other centers. >Children’s records and staff records. Utilizing the File Checklist for Children’s Records and Staff Records would assist you with maintaining compliance. Visit the Division’s website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Provider-Documents-and-Forms for the checklists. You’d also want to review child care rule 302 (d). Access the rulebook at the website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Child-Care-Rules-Law-and-Public-Information. >Fire inspection report- Child Care Rule .0304 (a) states: Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. Other information > As you are currently doing, keep the church-operated school age care separated from the preschool in all activities and space usage. > Be sure the forms/documents you are using are the most current versions which align with the current child care rules. Visit the DCDEE website above to access the Provider Forms and Documents. >Providing drinking water indoors and outdoors: We discussed more efficient ways to have drinking water available for children during the outdoor time. Reminder 1.An annual fire inspection is due now. Reach out to the fire marshal for an inspection. Forward a copy of the inspection report to me within 7 days of receipt. 2.Enter ALL staff (full time and part time) including the administrative staff on the Staff and Training Worksheet, going forward. 3.When there is a change in the administrator as you may be anticipating it, reach out to me please. I remain available to assist you upon request. For assistance or if you have any questions or concerns, you may reach me at 336-706-2871 or email me at boon.trott@dhhs.nc.gov. My mailing address is P.O. Box 1374, Mebane, NC 27302. The contact information for my supervisor, Kaye Adkins, is 336-580-2527 or kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE ARK LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 73000248 Consultant: BOON TROTT Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/31/2024 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 7/31/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 200 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 12:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance Visit. I was greeted by the director’s assistant, Bonniie Johnson. I informed her of the purpose of today’s visit. This program is operating with a Notice of Compliance. I completed a walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor learning environment, accompanied by Ms. Johnson. I observed a group of school age children present in the church grounds. Ms. Johnson told me the program is being operated by the church and not part of the child care program. The school age children were using the building located next to the playground behind the main church building. I observed the preschool children having an outdoor time in the playground and playing with the toys and materials accessible to them in the classroom. Ms. Johnson assisted me by gathering the documents and files I needed to review. I reviewed the program records and children's and staff files. I observed the following violations during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. One child did not have an acknowledgement of receipt from the parent regarding the Summary of Child Care Law/Rules on file. GS 110-102 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One child did not have an health assessment record on file within 30 days of the enrollment. GS110-91(1) 1328 Children's records were not made available for review. There was no record for me to review for one child. G.S. 110-91(9) 1739 All records required were not available for review by a representative of the Division. There was no record available for review for one part time staff member. .2318(1-8) The above violations must be corrected immediately. I must receive a compliance statement or letter by email or mail no later than 8/14/2024. Please include the following information: 1. Your facility name and ID# 2. Visit date 3. Violation item number 4. How and when the violation was corrected (Be specific) 5. Your name and position My email address is boon.trott@dhhs.nc.gov, and the mailing address is PO Box 1374, Mebane, NC 27302. Compliance: Childcare providers are required to maintain compliance with all applicable childcare rules and regulations at all times. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in an issuance of provisional license or other administrative action. I provided Ms. Johnson an opportunity to ask questions regarding today’s visit and the interpretation and the implementation of childcare requirements applicable to the facility. Technical Assistance I provided technical assistance on the following items: >It is the childcare operator’s responsibility to be familiar and up to date on the most current child are rules. Child Care Rulebook as well as the Provider Forms and Documents can be accessed by going to the DCDEE Website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. For child care Rules, go to the Provider tab and hover over it. In the drop-down box Click on Child Care Rules. Scroll down to North Carolina Child Care Rules and Law section. Click on Chapter 9- Child Care Rules. >Child Care Rules: The operators of Religious Sponsored programs are required to meet all applicable child care requirements for centers with the exception of the rules listed below. This is Child Care Rule .2110 (f): # Age-Appropriate Activities: Rules .0508, through .0510 and .2508 # Staff Qualifications and Training Requirements: Rules .0703(c) through (f), .0704, .0710, .0711, .0714(a) through (d) and .1101, .1102(a), (b), (e), and (g), and .1103 through .1106. # Staff Qualifications if working with school aged children only Rule .2510 Compliance shall be documented annually using the same forms and in the same manner as for all other centers. >Children’s records and staff records. Utilizing the File Checklist for Children’s Records and Staff Records would assist you with maintaining compliance. Visit the Division’s website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Provider-Documents-and-Forms for the checklists. You’d also want to review child care rule 302 (d). Access the rulebook at the website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Child-Care-Rules-Law-and-Public-Information. >Fire inspection report- Child Care Rule .0304 (a) states: Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. Other information > As you are currently doing, keep the church-operated school age care separated from the preschool in all activities and space usage. > Be sure the forms/documents you are using are the most current versions which align with the current child care rules. Visit the DCDEE website above to access the Provider Forms and Documents. >Providing drinking water indoors and outdoors: We discussed more efficient ways to have drinking water available for children during the outdoor time. Reminder 1.An annual fire inspection is due now. Reach out to the fire marshal for an inspection. Forward a copy of the inspection report to me within 7 days of receipt. 2.Enter ALL staff (full time and part time) including the administrative staff on the Staff and Training Worksheet, going forward. 3.When there is a change in the administrator as you may be anticipating it, reach out to me please. I remain available to assist you upon request. For assistance or if you have any questions or concerns, you may reach me at 336-706-2871 or email me at boon.trott@dhhs.nc.gov. My mailing address is P.O. Box 1374, Mebane, NC 27302. The contact information for my supervisor, Kaye Adkins, is 336-580-2527 or kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-102 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE ARK LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 73000248 Consultant: BOON TROTT Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/30/2023 Number Present: 0 Completed Date: 8/30/2023 Age: From 0 To 0 Total Minutes: 166 Time In: 10:54 AM Time Out: 01:40 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance Visit. I was greeted by the Administrator, Teresa Johnson. I informed her the purpose of today’s visit. This program is operating with a Notice of Compliance which was issued on 9/7/2022. The operator completed the last fire inspection on 7/25/2023. The last sanitation inspection was completed on 7/12/2023 with superior rating. There were no children present today. The caregivers were preparing the classroom for the transition into the new “school year”. I completed a walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Ms. Johnson assisted me by gathering the documents and files I needed to review. She updated the Legal Designee form and added the assistant administrator, Bonnie Johnson, as legal designee today. I observed the following violations today. I reviewed the items with Ms. T. Johnson and provided technical assistance. Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. Two children did not have a verification that a Summary of the NC Child Care Law was given to the parents. GS 110-102 1851 The operator did not notify the parent of each child enrolled in writing of the smoking and tobacco restriction. Two children did not have a verification stating the parents were notified of the restriction. .0604(j) The above violations must be corrected immediately. I must receive a compliance statement/ letter by email or mail by 9/13/2023. Include in the letter the following information: 1. Your facility name and ID# 2. Visit date 3. Violation item number 4. How and when the violation was corrected (Be specific) 5. Your name and position My email address is boon.trott@dhhs.nc.gov, and the mailing address is PO Box 1374, Mebane, NC 27302. Falsification: If the compliance letter/statement states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information and an Administrative Action may be issued. Compliance: Childcare providers are required to maintain compliance with all applicable childcare rules and regulations at all times. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in an issuance of provisional license or other administrative action. I provided Ms. Johnson an opportunity to ask questions regarding today’s visit and the interpretation and the implementation of childcare requirements applicable to the facility. Technical Assistance I provided technical assistance on the following items: >Review the Transportation Requirements, Section 1000, in the childcare rulebook. You may access the rulebook on the Division’s website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. >Children’s records and staff records >Sanitation Rules update: Children’s Environmental Health has set up virtual trainings for childcare center operators on the newly readopted childcare sanitation rules. The dates for the virtual trainings are September 20, 2023 and September 26, 2023; both scheduled from 9:00 am – 11:30 am. These trainings are identical, so only one will need to be attended. Refer to the link I emailed you to join the meeting. >If you are using Zono sanitizing solution it is okay to use on surfaces but should not be used on food and mouthed toys. > It is the childcare operator’s responsibility to be familiar and up to date on the most current child are rules. Child Care Rulebook as well as the Provider Forms and Documents can be accessed by going to the DCDEE Website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. For child care Rules, go to the Provider tab and hover over it. In the drop-down box Click on Child Care Rules. Scroll down to North Carolina Child Care Rules and Law section. Click on Chapter 9- Child Care Rules. >Be sure the forms/documents you are using is the most current versions which aligns with the current child care rules. Visit the DCDEE website above to access the Provider Forms and Documents. > Fire inspection report- Child Care Rule .0304 (a) states: Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. > If you have questions about the background check process, please call (919) 814-6401 or email DHHS.CBC.Unit@dhhs.nc.gov. REMINDER >Review and update the EPR plan (if applicable) AND review the plan with your staff by 9/7/2023 and annually thereafter. >Review the Emergency Medical Care Plan with the staff by 9/7/2023. >Conduct a fire and emergency drills and the playground inspection this month. I remain available to assist you upon request. For assistance or if you have any questions or concerns, you may reach me at 336-706-2871 or email me at boon.trott@dhhs.nc.gov. My mailing address is P.O. Box 1374, Mebane, NC 27302. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE ARK LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 73000248 Consultant: BOON TROTT Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/30/2023 Number Present: 0 Completed Date: 8/30/2023 Age: From 0 To 0 Total Minutes: 166 Time In: 10:54 AM Time Out: 01:40 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance Visit. I was greeted by the Administrator, Teresa Johnson. I informed her the purpose of today’s visit. This program is operating with a Notice of Compliance which was issued on 9/7/2022. The operator completed the last fire inspection on 7/25/2023. The last sanitation inspection was completed on 7/12/2023 with superior rating. There were no children present today. The caregivers were preparing the classroom for the transition into the new “school year”. I completed a walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Ms. Johnson assisted me by gathering the documents and files I needed to review. She updated the Legal Designee form and added the assistant administrator, Bonnie Johnson, as legal designee today. I observed the following violations today. I reviewed the items with Ms. T. Johnson and provided technical assistance. Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. Two children did not have a verification that a Summary of the NC Child Care Law was given to the parents. GS 110-102 1851 The operator did not notify the parent of each child enrolled in writing of the smoking and tobacco restriction. Two children did not have a verification stating the parents were notified of the restriction. .0604(j) The above violations must be corrected immediately. I must receive a compliance statement/ letter by email or mail by 9/13/2023. Include in the letter the following information: 1. Your facility name and ID# 2. Visit date 3. Violation item number 4. How and when the violation was corrected (Be specific) 5. Your name and position My email address is boon.trott@dhhs.nc.gov, and the mailing address is PO Box 1374, Mebane, NC 27302. Falsification: If the compliance letter/statement states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information and an Administrative Action may be issued. Compliance: Childcare providers are required to maintain compliance with all applicable childcare rules and regulations at all times. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in an issuance of provisional license or other administrative action. I provided Ms. Johnson an opportunity to ask questions regarding today’s visit and the interpretation and the implementation of childcare requirements applicable to the facility. Technical Assistance I provided technical assistance on the following items: >Review the Transportation Requirements, Section 1000, in the childcare rulebook. You may access the rulebook on the Division’s website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. >Children’s records and staff records >Sanitation Rules update: Children’s Environmental Health has set up virtual trainings for childcare center operators on the newly readopted childcare sanitation rules. The dates for the virtual trainings are September 20, 2023 and September 26, 2023; both scheduled from 9:00 am – 11:30 am. These trainings are identical, so only one will need to be attended. Refer to the link I emailed you to join the meeting. >If you are using Zono sanitizing solution it is okay to use on surfaces but should not be used on food and mouthed toys. > It is the childcare operator’s responsibility to be familiar and up to date on the most current child are rules. Child Care Rulebook as well as the Provider Forms and Documents can be accessed by going to the DCDEE Website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. For child care Rules, go to the Provider tab and hover over it. In the drop-down box Click on Child Care Rules. Scroll down to North Carolina Child Care Rules and Law section. Click on Chapter 9- Child Care Rules. >Be sure the forms/documents you are using is the most current versions which aligns with the current child care rules. Visit the DCDEE website above to access the Provider Forms and Documents. > Fire inspection report- Child Care Rule .0304 (a) states: Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection. The operator shall submit the original of the approved annual fire inspection report to the Division within one week of the inspection visit on the form provided by the Division. > If you have questions about the background check process, please call (919) 814-6401 or email DHHS.CBC.Unit@dhhs.nc.gov. REMINDER >Review and update the EPR plan (if applicable) AND review the plan with your staff by 9/7/2023 and annually thereafter. >Review the Emergency Medical Care Plan with the staff by 9/7/2023. >Conduct a fire and emergency drills and the playground inspection this month. I remain available to assist you upon request. For assistance or if you have any questions or concerns, you may reach me at 336-706-2871 or email me at boon.trott@dhhs.nc.gov. My mailing address is P.O. Box 1374, Mebane, NC 27302. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times